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- world
Why Global Recognition Matters for African Music and Culture
African music and culture have become increasingly visible around the world. Songs made in Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and other African countries now reach listeners across continents. Films, fashion, dance and literature from the continent are also finding new audiences. When African artists receive international recognition, it can help draw attention to their work and introduce more people to the cultures behind it.
GNA Writes · 7 July 2026
- world
Why a Global Diesel Shortage Could Expose the Weakness in Your Business
A global diesel shortage could continue into 2027. For businesses, the real danger may be what happens when higher costs meet inefficient operations.
GNA Writes · 21 September 2026
- world
Burna Boy Is Going to the NFL. What Happens When Nigerian Talent Becomes a Global Business?
Burna Boy’s NFL Paris performance shows how far Nigerian entertainment has travelled, but global visibility creates a bigger challenge: turning attention into lasting business value.
GNA Writes · 18 September 2026
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Nigerian Products Are Getting Too Expensive for Global Markets. The Bigger Problem Is Inside the Factory
Rising energy, transport, finance and logistics costs are making it harder for Nigerian manufacturers to compete beyond the local market.
GNA Writes · 25 September 2026
- world
London Fashion Week Is Growing Its Global Audience. The Business Lesson Goes Beyond Fashion
More international buyers are showing interest in London fashion, highlighting the value of turning attention into lasting business opportunities.
GNA Writes · 23 September 2026
- world
An American Battery Company Chose China. What It Reveals About Global Manufacturing.
EnerVenue’s decision to manufacture in China highlights why businesses must look beyond geography when choosing where to operate.
GNA Writes · 22 September 2026
- world
Davido Is Bringing His Global Success Home. The Bigger Story Is the Business of Entertainment
Davido’s Lagos residency shows how entertainment can create value far beyond the stage.
GNA Writes · 21 September 2026
- business
Nigerian Startup Terra Industries Raises $52 Million: The African Tech Company Taking on Global Defense Technology
Nigerian defense-tech startup Terra Industries has raised $52 million in seed funding as it expands its autonomous security technology, manufacturing operations and ambitions to compete in the global defense technology market
Lady NG · 24 August 2026
- entertainment
Tems Celebrates Another International Career Milestone — It Reminded Me That Global Success Starts With One Bold Creative Decision
Tems’ latest international career milestone made me think about something bigger than music: how one bold creative decision, combined with consistency and the right digital tools, can turn an ordinary idea into a global opportunity.
Lady NG · 7 August 2026
- entertainment
Afrobeats History and Evolution: How African Music Grew Into a Global Movement
From the pioneering influence of Fela Kuti and the rise of Nigerian pop in the 2000s to the global success of Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Tems and a new generation of stars, Afrobeats has become one of Africa’s biggest cultural exports. Its evolution reveals how African music, identity, technology and creativity combined to create a sound the world can no longer ignore
Lady NG · 13 May 2025
- world
Civilian Ships Are Being Attacked in the Black Sea
Attacks on commercial ships in the Black Sea are raising fresh concerns about the safety of global trade.
GNA Writes · 6 October 2026
- world
Russia Election: Kremlin Faces New Test After Expected Victory
United Russia has retained its Duma majority, but with the war in Ukraine ongoing, the real question is how the Kremlin uses this result and what it could mean for global markets.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
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Why Russia's Election Result Should Matter to Every African Business Owner Trading Internationally
Russia's parliamentary election outcome was never in doubt, but the ripple effects on oil prices, forex volatility, and global trade are why African business owners should be paying attention anyway.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
Diesel Hit a Record High. The New Fix Adds Up to Just 12 Hours of World Supply.
Analysts say the Russian diesel deal will not bring costs down. Here is what is really going on.
GNA Writes · 12 October 2026
- world
Oil Prices Jump as War and Storm Threaten the World’s Fuel Supply
Oil prices climbed as attacks on ships in the Middle East and a powerful storm in the United States raised fears of supply shortages.
GNA Writes · 9 October 2026
- world
Samsung Is Making Billions From the AI Chip Boom
Samsung expects its quarterly profit to jump almost nine times as companies race to build AI.
GNA Writes · 8 October 2026
- world
Microsoft and Nvidia Are Putting AI Into a New Laptop
The two technology giants want computers to do more AI work without sending everything to the cloud.
GNA Writes · 7 October 2026
- world
Russia Hits Ukraine With One of Its Biggest Attacks
A major wave of missiles and drones has killed people and damaged homes and energy facilities across Ukraine.
GNA Writes · 7 October 2026
- world
Google Signs a Huge Nuclear Power Deal
Google is securing a huge supply of electricity as artificial intelligence creates growing demand for power.
GNA Writes · 6 October 2026
- world
The Euro Falls as Investors Worry About France
The euro has fallen to its lowest level against the US dollar in 17 months as investors become increasingly worried about France’s finances and political uncertainty.
GNA Writes · 5 October 2026
- world
Big Business Deals Are Slowing Down Around the World
Companies around the world are still looking for ways to grow, but they are becoming more careful about spending billions to buy other businesses.
GNA Writes · 5 October 2026
- world
Schneider Electric Is Buying PTC for $22.6 Billion
Schneider Electric is buying US software company PTC for $22.6 billion in one of the biggest business deals of the year. But the deal also shows why companies must be careful when they spend billions to grow.
GNA Writes · 5 October 2026
- world
Nike Is Cutting Jobs Again. The Bigger Problem Is What Happens When a Business Keeps Trying to Fix Growth
Cutting costs can give a struggling business breathing room, but it cannot replace customers who no longer want what the business is selling.
GNA Writes · 2 October 2026
- world
China Is Building Humanoid Robots Faster Than Anyone Else. The Bigger Opportunity May Be in the Parts
China’s dominance in humanoid robot shipments is creating opportunities far beyond the companies building complete robots.
GNA Writes · 1 October 2026
- world
AI Is Keeping the US Economy Moving. The Bigger Problem Is How Much Businesses Are Spending to Keep Up
The AI boom is supporting investment and growth, but businesses still need to make sure their spending produces real value.
GNA Writes · 30 September 2026
- world
China’s Factories Are Growing Again. The Bigger Question Is Whether Businesses Can Keep Up With Changing Demand
China’s latest factory data offers a positive signal, but businesses still face the challenge of understanding where demand is actually heading.
GNA Writes · 30 September 2026
- world
Lufthansa Is Paying Billions More for Fuel. What Happens When a Business Cannot Control Its Biggest Costs?
Lufthansa says its additional fuel bill will exceed €1.5 billion this year. The bigger business lesson is what companies can do when their biggest costs are outside their control.
GNA Writes · 29 September 2026
- world
Paramount’s $110 Billion Warner Bros Deal Is Reshaping Entertainment. The Business Lesson Is Bigger Than Hollywood
The massive media deal shows why combining businesses is only the beginning of a much harder integration process.
GNA Writes · 29 September 2026
- world
Nvidia Just Approved a $150 Billion Buyback. The Bigger Story Is How Much AI Is Changing Corporate Strategy
The chipmaker’s enormous cash position shows how quickly the AI boom is changing the decisions major companies make.
GNA Writes · 29 September 2026
- world
Gold Fields Wants Northern Star for $38.7 Billion. The Bigger Business Question Is Knowing When to Say No
A rejected takeover bid shows that business growth is not always about accepting the biggest offer on the table.
GNA Writes · 28 September 2026
- world
US and China Extend Their Trade Truce. The Bigger Lesson Is How Businesses Plan for Uncertainty
The extension gives companies more time, but businesses still have to prepare for what happens when trade conditions change again.
GNA Writes · 28 September 2026
- world
Royal Caribbean Is Spending $3 Billion on Sandals. The Bigger Story Is Where Travel Business Is Going
The deal shows how major travel companies are expanding beyond one type of holiday experience to capture more customer spending.
GNA Writes · 23 September 2026
- world
Tinubu Can Govern From Anywhere, Presidency Says Amid Questions Over Leadership
The Presidency says President Bola Tinubu can continue exercising his constitutional powers while outside Nigeria, following questions from Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi about leadership while Tinubu is in Paris and Vice President Kashim Shettima is in the United States.
Global News Arena · 22 September 2026
- world
The US Is Expanding Its Military Presence in Greenland. Why Businesses Should Pay Attention
Growing strategic activity around Greenland shows how geopolitical changes can quickly reshape business risks.
GNA Writes · 22 September 2026
- world
AI Could Change How Nigerians See the 2027 Elections — INEC Warns
INEC has warned that AI could make it easier to create convincing fake audio, videos and images ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. As synthetic content becomes harder to identify, verification and careful information sharing are becoming increasingly important.
Global News Arena · 22 September 2026
- world
Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price Again as Crude Prices Ease
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced its petrol ex-gantry price by ₦25 per litre to ₦1,325 following a decline in international crude oil prices. But the cut may not immediately translate into lower pump prices for motorists across Nigeria.
Global News Arena · 22 September 2026
- world
AI Is Growing Fast. Europe Now Has a Water and Power Problem
AI growth is exposing a bigger problem: businesses need stronger systems to support rapid expansion.
GNA Writes · 21 September 2026
- world
America Is at War With Iran. So Why Is Iran Still Going to the UN?
Why diplomacy continues even when two countries are at war and what it means for a world facing growing uncertainty.
GNA Writes · 18 September 2026
- world
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis Is No Longer Just About Oil
For years, the Strait of Hormuz was something most people could safely ignore.
GNA Writes · 18 September 2026
- technology
Amazon Isn't Just Growing. It's Rewriting the Rules You're Competing Under.
Amazon’s rapid expansion in AI-powered shopping, same-day delivery and business commerce offers a glimpse into what customers will soon expect from every business, including small businesses in Nigeria.
Global News Arena · 18 September 2026
- world
Simon Cowell Steps Away From America's Got Talent for Surgery — And It Made Me Rethink Success
Simon Cowell's absence from AGT is more than celebrity news—it's a reminder that true success also means knowing when to pause, recover, and build a future that works for you.
Adeola Babatunde · 26 August 2026
- world
BTS Members Prepare for Full Group Comeback: Why This Return Feels Bigger Than Music
BTS prepares for its full-group return in 2026, this comeback is more than a musical moment,it’s a powerful reminder that growth, patience, and personal development often lead to the strongest returns.
Adeola Babatunde · 24 August 2026
- world
Ariana Grande Announces Break After Eternal Sunshine Tour
Ariana Grande 2026: Why stepping away from the spotlight may be the boldest move of her career.
Adeola Babatunde · 21 August 2026
- world
The Small Businesses Winning Right Now Aren't Smarter. They're Just Easier to Find.
Small businesses are no longer competing on quality alone. The ones getting noticed are making it easier for customers to discover, trust and buy from them online.
Global News Arena · 21 August 2026
- world
Why Data Centres Need So Much Electricity
Data centres are the powerful facilities that keep much of the modern internet and digital economy running.
GNA Writes · 20 August 2026
- world
The UN Wants Stronger AI Safeguards. Businesses Have a Different Problem to Solve
The global AI debate is growing, but businesses also need to decide how to use the technology responsibly.
GNA Writes · 23 September 2026
- world
AI Takes Centre Stage at Arabian Travel Market ATM 2026.
ATM 2026 Highlights AI, German Tourism, Emirati Hospitality and New Hotel Openings as Global Travel Industry Gathers in Dubai, (Press Release)
Queen Diana Story · 14 September 2026
- entertainment
Burna Boy vs Wizkid: How the Nigerian Music Heavyweights Are Dominating the African Music Conversation in 2026
Burna Boy and Wizkid remain at the heart of Nigeria’s global music story in 2026, but beyond the rivalry lies a bigger story about Afrobeats, African creativity and the artists reshaping the world’s perception of Nigerian music.
Lady NG · 18 August 2026
- entertainment
Angélique Kidjo's Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Is New. Her Legacy Took Decades to Build.
Angélique Kidjo has become the first African musician to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but the recognition comes after four decades of building a career that reaches far beyond music.
Reva Mag · 18 August 2026
- entertainment
Davido Reveals He Regularly Chats With Cristiano Ronaldo — Why Their Friendship Reminded Me That Your Smartphone Could Be the Beginning of Something Bigger
Davido's revelation that he regularly chats with Cristiano Ronaldo has sparked excitement among fans. Beyond the celebrity friendship, their connection is a powerful reminder that your smartphone can open doors to global relationships, opportunities, and life-changing success.
Lady NG · 3 August 2026
- world
Olu Jacobs Was More Than a Nollywood Actor. His Career Explains How Nigerian Cinema Grew.
Before Nollywood became a global industry, actors like Olu Jacobs were already proving that Nigerian stories could be performed with international discipline.
GNA Writes · 10 June 2026
- world
Who Is Olu Jacobs?
Before Nollywood became a global industry, Olu Jacobs had already built a career across British theatre, television and international film.
GNA Writes · 29 May 2026
- entertainment
Victony Biography: His Music Career, Biggest Songs and Rise to Afrobeats Stardom
From his early days as a young rapper to the global success of “Soweto,” Victony’s journey is a story of talent, resilience and reinvention. Here is everything to know about his real name, music career, biggest songs, major collaborations and rise to Afrobeats stardom.
Lady NG · 15 May 2025
- entertainment
The Greatest Nigerian Hitmakers of All Time: Artists Who Changed Afrobeats Forever
From Fela Kuti's revolutionary sound to Wizkid, Davido and Burna Boy's global success, these Nigerian hitmakers transformed the country's music and helped take Afrobeats to the world.
Lady NG · 15 January 2025
- climate
Nearly 200 Countries Adopt the Paris Climate Agreement
Delegates agreed to hold global warming well below two degrees Celsius and to pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5 degrees.
Clara Hoffmann · 12 December 2015
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John Oliver Sends a Message to Hollywood’s New Owners After Major Merger
The comedian has reacted to the takeover of HBO’s parent company as concerns grow about the future of television and independent journalism.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
Ayra Starr Makes History With NFL Halftime Show in London
The Nigerian Afrobeats star became the first African artiste to headline a halftime show at an NFL International Game.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
Burna Boy Joins Dangote and Mo Abudu on Forbes Africa’s Icons List
The Nigerian Grammy winner is among 15 influential Africans recognised for helping shape the continent’s influence around the world.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
Missiles Flew 1,000 Kilometres and Hit Riyadh's Airport. Saudi Arabia Wants to Know How.
The attack killed at least 13 people and hurt more than 300. Officials are now asking why the country's air defences did not stop it.
GNA Writes · 12 October 2026
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Why Lamidi Adedibu’s Family Is Demanding ₦500 Million Over a Film
Adedibu: Alagbara Ibadan tells the life of the late Ibadan politician Lamidi Adedibu. His family says it is full of lies, and that nobody asked them first.
GNA Writes · 12 October 2026